The Delhi High Court has stayed an order passed by a single judge allowing private schools to hike fees. The order was challenged by the Delhi government, which argued that the hike was not justified. The division bench of the High Court observed that the single judge's order was prima facie incorrect and stayed the operation of the order. The court also issued notice to the private schools and the Action Committee of Unaided Recognized Private Schools, seeking their response on the issue. The matter will be heard next on April 12. The Delhi government had earlier directed private schools not to hike fees, citing the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the economy. However, the private schools had challenged the order, arguing that they were facing financial difficulties due to the pandemic. The single judge had allowed the private schools to hike fees, but the Delhi government had challenged the order in the division bench. The High Court's order is significant as it will impact the fees structure of private schools in Delhi. The court's decision will also have implications for the education sector, as it will determine the extent to which private schools can hike fees. The case highlights the ongoing tussle between the Delhi government and private schools over the issue of fee hike. The Delhi government has been trying to regulate the fees of private schools, while the private schools have been resisting any attempts to control their fees. The High Court's order is a significant development in this ongoing battle. The court's decision will be closely watched by parents, students, and private schools, as it will determine the fees structure for the upcoming academic year. The case also raises questions about the role of the government in regulating private schools and the extent to which private schools can be allowed to hike fees. The High Court's order is likely to have far-reaching implications for the education sector in Delhi and will be closely watched by all stakeholders. The court's decision will also have implications for the economy, as it will determine the extent to which private schools can hike fees and the impact it will have on the parents and students. The case is a significant example of the ongoing efforts by the Delhi government to regulate private schools and ensure that they do not exploit parents and students by hiking fees arbitrarily.